Situational Stimulation Preference

What it measures

Three seven-point Likert-type items measure a person's momentary desire for more activity, stimulation, and excitement at a particular point in time. The scale provides an indirect indication of whether a person is currently below their optimum stimulation level and is thus seeking additional arousal. It is suited to experimental contexts where stimulation needs are manipulated.

Response format

7-point Likert (1=strongly disagree, 7=strongly agree)

Scale items

• I would prefer more activity right now.
• I would prefer more stimulation right now.
• I would prefer more excitement right now.

Full scale items shown. Always cite the original source when using this scale in research.

Usage notes & scoring

No source was cited by Roehm and Roehm (2005), suggesting the scale was developed for the study. No validity examination was conducted. The scale is state-based (situational) rather than trait-based.

Citation

Roehm, H. A., Jr., & Roehm, M. L. (2005). Revisiting the effect of positive mood on variety seeking. Journal of Consumer Research, 32(2), 330–336.

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